Veteran services at Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason
Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason serves veteran families in Bridgewater, MA with military funeral planning. Directors guide families through VA benefit claims, military honors, and burial at veterans cemeteries. On-site amenities include prophett memorial chapel, john lawrence memorial chapel, and blute memorial chapel, suited to flag presentation and honors ceremonies. Published pricing lists $3,495 for basic burial and $1,490 for direct cremation. Veterans may qualify for county or federal allowances toward these costs.
The home lists these veteran-related services: cremation services, veteran services, and burials. Ask the director which of them they arrange directly.
Facilities on site include prophett memorial chapel, john lawrence memorial chapel, and blute memorial chapel.
Published pricing at Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason: direct cremation from $3,045. That places direct cremation roughly 14% above the Massachusetts median ($2,677). If the veteran qualifies for a VA burial allowance, the family claims it with VA Form 21P-530EZ. Ask whether the home will help you file it.
The nearest veterans cemetery that isn't listed as closed is Massachusetts National Cemetery in MA, about 32 miles from Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason. For a burial in a VA national cemetery, the funeral home or the family calls the National Cemetery Scheduling Office at 800-535-1117.
We list about 579 funeral homes in Massachusetts. Only some of them name military funeral honors or VA benefits help among their services.
Frequently asked questions
What does a funeral at Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason cost for veteran families?
From its published general price list, direct cremation starts at $3,045. Eligible veterans can offset these costs with a VA burial allowance, and burial in a VA national cemetery is provided at no charge.
Where is Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason located, and can it coordinate a veterans cemetery burial?
Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason is located at 98 Bedford St. in Bridgewater, MA. You can reach the home at (508) 697-4332. Staff can coordinate burial with nearby VA national and state veterans cemeteries.
What services does Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason offer veteran families?
Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason provides funeral services, cremation services, veteran services, preplanning services, burials, and can arrange military funeral honors for eligible veterans.
Does Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason help veterans with VA burial benefits?
Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason assists veteran families with VA burial benefits, military funeral honors, and coordination with national and state veterans cemeteries. Eligible veterans may receive a burial allowance and a free government headstone.
Which faith traditions does Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason accommodate?
Staff coordinate services for Christian, Catholic, Episcopal, Unitarian Universalist, Congregational (UCC) families, among others.
What sets Prophet-Chapman Cole & Gleason apart
- Extensive history dating back to 1862 with multi-generational family involvement.
- Multiple locations across Cape Cod and Southeastern Massachusetts, unified under one name.
- Honoring legacies of previous partners through named chapels, such as the Prophett Memorial Chapel in Bridgewater.
- Offers a full range of services including funeral, cremation, veteran services, preplanning, and estate advice.
- Bridgewater facility is fully handicap accessible.
- Affiliated with Selected Independent Funeral Homes, National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA), and Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association (MFDA).
Military and veteran services listed
Burial and cremation services
Burial
- · Burials
Cremation
- · Cremation Services
On-site facilities
Affiliations and specialties
Industry affiliations
- · Selected Independent Funeral Homes
- · National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA)
- · Massachusetts Funeral Directors Association (MFDA)
Religious traditions and languages
Religious traditions served: Christian, Catholic, Episcopal, Unitarian Universalist, Congregational (UCC).
How to request military funeral honors
By law (10 U.S.C. § 1491), an eligible veteran's funeral can include, on request, an honors detail of at least two service members who fold and present the U.S. flag to the family and play Taps. The funeral director usually makes the request and will need the veteran's DD214 or other discharge papers.
VA suggests asking at least 48 to 72 hours before the service. More on what honors include and how to request them.